May 2012 Table of Contents

Words: Dan KamysTable of Contents

May 2012 Volume 51, Number 5

FEATURES

Rehabs and Restorations Case Studies Learn from the experiences of others, as we highlight a variety of restorations to several types of structures using a host of materials.

Connectors, Anchors and Fasteners The DryFix System provides a cornerstone solution to restoring Detroit’s Broderick Tower skyscraper.

Cutting-Edge Saws The improved technology of today’s masonry construction saws continues to impress.

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COLUMNS & DEPARTMENTS From the Editor President’s Message Government Affairs New Products Eye on Safety Business Building Full Contact PM Classified Advertising News MCAA Upcoming Education New Members

About: Tools
Luis Sontay
September 2026

For this month, the MCAA got to sit down with aspiring mason Luis Sontay. From taking an interest in masonry as a kid to placing 1st in a postsecondary competition, Luis’ dedication and passion for the trade is clear. Luis describes his early passion fo

Justin Stengel
GEN NXT
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Mentmore Towers, Fort Point, and More
September 2026

The Old Royal Naval College in Greenwich, UK, stands as a sweeping estate that represents the absolute peak of English masonry. Conceived with breathtaking scale and precision, the monumental complex is defined by

Justin Stengel
Masonry in the Media
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The Alhambra
September 2026

High above Granada, Spain, the Alhambra offers masonry professionals something more than an architectural landmark. It is a working lesson in how relatively simple building materials, placed by skilled craftsmen and maintained over generations, can create

Cass Stern
Marvelous Masonry
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The Wall
September 2026

There is a story around Huntley Brothers that some of our guys simply call “The Wall.” I’ve told it enough times over the years that when I start telling it to one of our younger guys, I can see a few of the older ones rolling their eyes. They’ve heard i

Kent Huntley
Chairman’s Message
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